Your Sussex Wedding - Apr/May 2019 (Issue 78)

Tie the knot in a fabulous local hotspot  Spotlight on... NORTH SUSSEX Built in 1426, this manor house, filled with character and charm, boasts wooden beams, cosy corners, warm fireplaces and elegant staircases. Set within 18 acres of grounds, you’ll immediately be taken away by the elegance and charm of the place as you arrive via the private driveway. Grand entrances and tall, castle-like towers await. The extensive grounds feature four lakes, ruins, bridges, a boathouse, pleasure gardens, patio and even a giant chair! You’ll be able to enjoy a complimentary menu tasting ahead of the big day, as well as access to the Getting Ready Room and use of the refurbished honeymoon suite, all of which are included in your wedding package. THE VOWS For al fresco nuptials, the Little Castle is an idyllic spot. With outdoor seating for up to 150 loved ones, its characterful stone walls and side windows provide a fairytale focal point as guests look on. Also capable of holding 150 is the Old Baronial Hall. The space boasts a rustic feel, with wooden beams, grand staircase, open wood fire and glass door, allowing views of the grounds. Also available is the newly renovated Jacobean Suite. CELEBRATE IN STYLE For the wedding breakfast, the Princess Beatrice Suite can seat 160. A gorgeous round room with a wooden ceiling, elegant drapes, large windows and its own bar, you’ll be free to celebrate noon ’til night. THE RAVENSWOOD 01342 810 216 | theravenswood.co.uk LOCAL VENUES 23